Two Championship clubs are keen to give Spaniard David Lopez the chance to stay in England after his surprise release by Brighton.

The 30-year-old former Osasuna and Athletic Bilbao schemer became a favourite of Seagulls fans with nine goals in 31 Championship appearances but became one of the casualties of Poyet's fall-out with the club and was told he will not be offered a new deal at the end of his 12-month contract.

Celta Viga, Espanyol and Elche have all registered an interest in the midfielder but Lopez has also been contacted by two clubs, including a London outfit and one of last season's relegated trio and would prefer to remain in this country if the opportunity arises.

Brighton were denied promotion by archrivals Crystal Palace as the Eagles put on a show at the AMEX Stadium.

Wilfried Zaha bagged a brace to condemn Brighton to another season in the second tier amid off-field controversy.